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Making Space with Hoda Kotb

Hoda Kotb, TODAY
Mental Health
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Multiple Sclerosis
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Where do you draw your strength? Join TODAY’s Hoda Kotb as she continues on a journey of self-discovery and exploration of the resilience of the human spirit. Hoda hears from some of the people she admires most, and whose testimonies of compassion provide lessons for how to make space for whatever it is you may be seeking in life right now. Like Hoda, you’ll leave these talks stronger than when yo... more

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Recent Guests

Emma Grede
CEO and co-founder of Good American; founding partner of Skims; host of Aspire with Emma Grede
Good American / Skims / Aspire with Emma Grede
Episode: Entrepreneur Emma Grede On Being "Self-Made" And Building Iconic Brands (May 2025)
Suzy Welch
Harvard-educated journalist, NYU Stern professor, author of Becoming You, entrepreneur
New York University (NYU Stern)
Episode: Suzy Welch on Finding Your Purpose (April 2025)
Dwyane Wade
NBA legend and public figure sharing personal journey
Former NBA player, media entrepreneur
Episode: Dwyane Wade on Retiring from Basketball and Relying on His Village (April 2025)
Joanna Gaines
Magnolia founder and lead designer
Magnolia, Magnolia Market
Episode: Magnolia Co-Founder Joanna Gaines on Growing Her Empire and Trusting Herself (July 2025)
Taraji P. Henson
Actress, producer, and mental health advocate
Self / Various projects
Episode: Taraji P. Henson on Speaking Her Truth and Stepping Into Her Power (September 2024)
Dr. Judith Joseph
Board-certified psychiatrist and researcher; founder of a female-run clinical research institute in New York City
New York University (NYU); book author
Episode: Dr. Judith Joseph on the Cost of Holding It All Together (May 2025)
Maria Shriver
Author and public figure discussed in episode
Author of I Am Maria
Episode: Maria Shriver on Poetry, Reinvention and What It Means to Live Fully (October 2024)
Bette Midler
Iconic entertainer, actor, singer, and creator of The Fabulous Four
Self / The Fabulous Four
Episode: Bette Midler on Her Legendary Career and ‘The Fabulous Four’ (July 2024)
Selma Blair
Actress, author, advocate for chronic illness awareness
Episode: Selma Blair on Living With MS and Finding Grace in Uncertainty (October 2025)

Hosts

Hoda Kotb
Host of Making Space with Hoda Kotb
Dylan Dreyer
Host of The Parent Chat segment within episodes; co-hosting and moderating conversations

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 12.4k ratings
  • Love Love

    I found you finally, I am retired now and this is part of my morning routine

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dlr1960
    United States2 months ago
  • Inspiring practical life advice.

    Hoda and her guests do an amazing job!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CamBot8642
    United States2 months ago
  • Naomi!

    I really enjoyed this. She’s amazing, and so is Hoda. The interview was a lovely dialogue and I’m appreciative.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JKRON2
    United States3 months ago
  • Thank you, Hoda!

    I have throughly enjoyed all your podcasts for a variety of reasons, but listening to you and Bette Midler, I was beside myself with joy. You brought out the Bette I’ve always wanted to know; smart, sassy and real. I admire both of you for the same quality, authenticity.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bexter79
    United States3 months ago
  • Hoda is a breath of fresh air

    Hoda is like sunshine warm and brightens ever space she walks into! Thank you for the gift of you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tucky0211
    United States4 months ago

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Episodes are seen as practical, with takeaways that listeners apply in daily life.
Guests are described as insightful, well-prepared, and the conversations feel authentic and uplifting.
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The show is appreciated for its supportive tone and relatable discussions about resilience and growth.

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Suzy Welch on Finding Your Purpose (April 2025)
Q: How do you determine your values and aptitudes to map out your purpose?
Identify core values first, then assess eight cognitive aptitudes and personality traits, and finally evaluate how they intersect with your interests to find what feels purposeful.
Suzy Welch on Finding Your Purpose (April 2025)
Q: What are the four dynamics that keep us from living our purpose?
They are expediency, events, economic security, and expectations, which pull us away unless we actively fight for our purpose.
Entrepreneur Emma Grede On Being "Self-Made" And Building Iconic Brands (May 2025)
Q: When did you step from employee to entrepreneur, and what motivated that leap?
Grede talks about leaving a stable job in her mid-20s after recognizing she could be more effective by combining business acumen with creative leverage, then building and eventually selling a previous agency to fund her next ventures.
Suleika Jaouad On How to Live an Inspired Life (July 2025)
Q: Could you explain how journaling saved your life and describe what you write in your journal?
She explains journaling as a long-time practice that became a lifeline during illness, evolving to include prompts and excerpts from other writers to shift perspective.
Suleika Jaouad On How to Live an Inspired Life (July 2025)
Q: Today, on this random, rainy day in New York, how are you feeling? Like, where are you in your life?
Jaouad discusses feeling well health-wise today but describes ongoing uncertainty; she emphasizes living with curiosity and making space for both joy and hardship.

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2. Suzy Welch
3. Dwyane Wade
4. Joanna Gaines
5. Taraji P. Henson
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7. Maria Shriver
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